PurposeLung weight gain during ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) can reduce transplant suitability. Therefore, real-time measurement enhance donor evaluation. We sought to 1) develop/validate a EVLP system, and 2) define the time course of change EVLP.MethodsIn our clinical acellular from 6/2019-9/2020, was measured in 36 cases. Weights were recorded with scale under organ chamber, back table stati...

Stochastic sampling algorithms, while an attractive alternative to exact algorithms in very large Bayesian network models, have been observed to perform poorly in evidential reasoning with extremely unlikely evidence. To address this problem, we propose an adaptive importance sampling algorithm, AIS-BN, that shows promising convergence rates even under extreme conditions and seems to outperform...

Previous research has established the importance of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) for weight control. One area unexplored investigation is relationship between individuals’ perceptions MVPA control and engagement. This study examined associations perceived engagement, loss, barriers to PA, exercise enjoyment in adults enrolled a long-term behavioral loss intervention. Adults (N ...

BACKGROUND Limited access to weight management care can have a negative impact on the health and well-being of obese children and youth. Our objectives were to describe the characteristics of clients referred to a pediatric weight management centre and explore potential differences according to proximity. METHODS All demographic and anthropometric data were abstracted from standardized, one-p...